Improve shooting by staring at others

How "Staring" Can Help You Improve Your Skills

Did you know you can become better at a skill just by watching others perform it? Watching videos of skilled performers is a proven method used in many talent hotbeds around the world—and it's easy to replicate. You can read more about this concept in Daniel Coyle's post

How to Practice "Staring"

Here’s how you can use active "staring" to improve your skills:

1. Choose a video: Select a high-quality video of someone performing the skill you want to master.

2. Watch it nightly: Spend 5 uninterrupted minutes each night watching the video for two weeks. Eliminate distractions to ensure full focus.

3. Observe closely: Each time you watch, you’ll pick up more subtle details. Over time, your brain will naturally adjust your form or movements to mimic the performer’s.

Here are some video suggestions to get you started:

Shooting Fundamentals:  - https://youtu.be/40CTN7d3e8A

NBA Shooting (turn on Slow Motion in YouTube) - https://youtu.be/fvyBKT61Dg0

Dribbling Techniques- https://youtu.be/muJ-UUKP5fo

Why "Staring" Works

• Efficient Learning: It’s far more effective than trying to understand a skill through words alone. Watching skilled performers provides a clear, visual standard to emulate.

• Performance Measurement: Active watching helps you compare your performance against those who are more advanced, giving you a benchmark to strive for.

• Igniting Passion: "Staring" strengthens the emotional connection to the skill, as you start to align your identity with the performers you admire.

FINAL WORDS:

Remember, "staring" isn’t just for shooting—it can be applied to any physical skill you want to improve. Whether it’s dribbling, footwork, or other moves, watching the same video of a skilled performer repeatedly can help you refine your technique and get better, faster.